Off the cuff.

Today I interviewed for a job that is steeped so strongly in a culture of sexism that the interviewers felt it necessary to warn me; making certain I understood what I might be getting myself into.

My response was that I was aware and that,
"I know how to treat myself with respect."

A surprising and peculiar statement, I thought.
It being my natural response felt pretty good because though it doesn't necessarily change the culture, it is probably the best way for me (as a human being, not sex object) to handle it.

I do wonder if they thought I didn't understand the question.